Milieu Counselor - Adolescent Psychiatry, 24 Hrs/wk, Nights
Job Purpose
The Milieu Counselor is a member of the multidisciplinary team who, under the supervision of a registered nurse, is responsible for a safe and structured service as well as attending to the individual needs of patients in crisis in an inpatient psychiatric setting. The role of a Milieu Counselor will assist with ADL'S lead or co-lead groups, perform safety checks, 1:1 meetings with patients, and will accurately chart patients B/P, TPR & weight. Notifies RN of any changes in vital signs. Accurately measures and documents patient's intake and output. Assists patients following through with ADL's (bathing, laundry, toileting, organizing room), maintaining nutritional and hydration needs, and assists and monitors the patient’s needs and other tasks as assigned by the charge RN.
Qualifications/Experience
- High school diploma required; B.A, B.S., or M.A. preferred or equivalent years of human service experience.
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Prior human services, behavioral or psychiatric experience strongly preferred.
- Inpatient psychiatric experience is preferred.
- All newly hired candidates must successfully complete a job specific physical test.
Details
CHA is offering a $5,000 sign on bonus for all Milieu Counselor positions that are 32-40 hours per week.
Work Schedule
Night Shift
Details: 11pm-7:30am
Hours/Week: 24.00
Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend rotation and holidays as assigned
Pay
The final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule
Night Shift
Benefits
Not specified
Union Name
SH Laborers 381